No. of pages 288
Published: 2015
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"The True Adventures of Nicolo Zen" follows the journey of Nicolo Zen, a Venetian merchant in the 16th century, as he navigates the vibrant and complex world of trade, exploration, and intrigue. Set against the backdrop of bustling markets and the vast seas, Zen's adventures take him across continents, encountering diverse cultures and individuals, including pirates, scholars, and lovers. His search for fortune is intertwined with a quest for identity and purpose, exploring themes of ambition, betrayal, and the rich tapestry of human experience. The narrative blends historical fiction with an engaging philosophical exploration of life’s uncertainties. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book has been graded for interest at 12 years.
There are 288 pages in this book.
It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.
This book was published in 2015 by Random House USA Inc .